ChannelNEXT25 West Canada’s #1 Award-Winning Channel Event!

Today, no conference is complete without a massive dose of artificial intelligence. Most vendors are already incorporating AI into their solutions! ChannelNEXT conferences will explore what's real today and what's next in Artificial Intelligence to help Channel Partners and their clients. You will see what the most successful channel partners are doing with AI to empower their businesses.

- Building your personal AI Agent to augment your productivity and reduce your workload
- How do other MSPs and VARs use AI internally and with/for their clients?
- Where are the AI profitable business opportunities for the Channel?
- What should channel partners do succeed in the era of AI?
- What risks should the channel and its clients be mindful of when they use AI?

These are just a few of the important topics that all channel partners should be aware of, and we've assembled THE A-Team to address them.

Artificial Intelligence done right allows you to obtain significantly more outcomes from almost any product or service you utilize. It is also something you will most likely receive for free with anything you buy, sell, or use. So how can you make money from AI today? We will show you!

Every day, we look at how vendors are integrating AI into their applications, services, and platforms. If you want to have a better knowledge of how vendors, distributors and channel partners are exploiting AI, check out the hundreds of articles on www.e-channelnews.com

We continue to speak with many channel partners to understand what they think about AI, how they use it in their businesses, as well as how they collaborate with their clients to use it. Some valuable insights to help you navigate your AI journey.

We will share our findings regarding AI at ChannelNEXT through panel discussions, presentations, talk shows, town halls, and mastermind peer-group sessions.

It feels like AI is "the super glue" that holds everything together as well as the fuel that makes it do a lot more with much less effort. It's a topic that we will continue to be exploring and sharing with our channel community on a daily basis, long after the event is over.

You'll either learn new ways to include AI into your game or receive validation that you're on the right track.

Nobody is able to predict what we will discover as we go deeper into the world of artificial intelligence. Moving forward, it's seems obvious that AI will play an increasingly important role in our daily lives and businesses, as no other technology has done since the smartphone. It is also likely that AI will propel us to boldly go where we have never gone before, whether we choose to or not.

What we know is that it will not go away. We understand that Government regulations are late to the AI party. We know that practically every business leader believes that AI will drastically change the way they operate. We know that AI is getting cheaper and more accessible to everyone. We already know a lot, but we must keep in mind that artificial intelligence is still in its early stages. What we know today will likely change tomorrow!

We are enthusiastic but cautiously optimistic about AI. It doesn't really matter where you fall on the AI spectrum, we are all still learning. If there is one thing we have all learned about AI, it is that it may be both highly useful and very dangerous.

To be clear, ChannelNEXT isn't ONLY about AI. It is also about the ongoing digital transformation, cybersecurity, sustainability and MSP business automation, all of which are powered by an evolving artificial intelligence. The way you leverage and navigate these moving parts will determine your success as a channel partner.

Here are a few hints on what we will be delving into at ChannelNEXT:

- Every vendor and solution you see at ChannelNEXT will probably be empowered by AI in some way. The key is to understand if it is just a marketing gimmick or does it truly help.
- You will learn how AI is actually making cybersecurity more affordable and more effective.
- You'll discover how to successfully lead the AI conversation with your clients.
- You will learn how your peers use AI.
- You will know how AI can decrease your risks in compliance, regulations and privacy issues.
- You will learn by listening to and exchanging your AI ideas with a community of like-minded peers.
- You will learn how AI Agents is going to change everything.

Most of us have probably heard the line "fear not AI itself, fear those who can use AI better than you". It's time for you elevate your AI usage to remain competitive.

Join the conversation at ChannelNEXT to fine-tune your AI strategy.

As usual, Jay McBain, a top analyst in channel research (Canalys), will give you the most up-to-date research data for the market and channel trends. Julian Lee, who hosts eChannelNEWS and Paolo Del Nibletto of Jolera and eChannelNEWS contributor, will discuss other headwinds and opportunities for the Canadian channel.

Most channel partners want to sell their business. We will have a panel with top MSPs and experts who have been through the process to share their experience to help you with a successful exit or merger. As matter for fact the advice you gain here is valuable regardless if you are ready to sell your business or not!

There is a lot of talk about marketplaces dominating SaaS transactions and today's buyer's journey. How this will impact the buying behaviours of MSPs and end-users? We will explore how channel partners can leverage marketplaces to drive growth and profits and even private-label a marketplace platform.

With the proliferation of AI and the growing governmental regulations, it's getting very complicated for channel partners and their clients to follow compliance rules, get cyber insurance and manage privacy issues. What does this mean for MSPs and their clients and how can they tackle this important challenge? We have both the compliance platform and the cyber insurance solution designed for Canada!

Where is the MSP "puck" going? Experts will share future insights to help you prepare for the next level in managed services. The MSP business model is evolving and staying ahead of the curve is where the most successful companies will thrive.

Lions' Den, hosted by Randal Wark is the fastest and most enjoyable way to find out about vendors and what they have to offer. Each person has three minutes to make their case. No slide decks allowed! You get to pick the best pitch and a chance to win $500 cash. Get paid to learn :o).

Find out what thousands of great MSPs are doing to make their businesses grow faster and more profitable. You will get an inside look at a variety of solutions that other MSPs are leveraging to drive revenue.

Talk Show: Julian Lee and Paolo Del Nibletto going to speak to several guests and find out what MSPs really want to know and why it matters to them. Just the gold, no filler! You can even send us questions you want us to ask them!

The most important market trends are AI, cybersecurity, digital transformation, and sustainability. In this digital-first market, how can you apply them all to win. We'll talk about some of the things we've learned from talking to hundreds of MSPs and experts in the field.

Speed Introductions is a great way to meet all the vendors and exhibitors quickly and see if you can work together. The best part is that you can do this over an open bar and food. Listen for the bell every three minutes to move on to the next one. A lot of vendors give away cool prizes!

Get ready for a great dinner and entertainment experience! Time to chill out, have some great food, drinks and enjoy some entertainment while making friends networking with everyone.

You may not want to stay out too late because the next day we start at 8 AM sharp with a full breakfast! Our special guest speaker will rock your world with some eye-opening practical insights to grow business. Don't miss this!

Get ready for some extreme business building at this event! The party officially starts at 10:00 AM, but why wait? Swing by at 9:00 AM for some brekkie treats and mingle with the crew!

We'll give you a sneak peek of the jam-packed schedule for the next two days and get you an e-guide with all the deets. Plus, get your hands on a cool (OnPoint) new tool to access and share the speaker slide decks, videos, and more in real time, as well as connect with all speakers and vendors!

Prepare to be wowed by over twenty top-notch speakers covering hot topics like digital transformation, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and cybersecurity (including the Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem launch). Dive into the latest MSP business trends, learn how to future-proof your biz, and unlock secrets to boosting value and selling like a pro. Dive deep into how the industry is embracing artificial intelligence, and don't miss the town hall chat with the five top MSPs in the nation. You'll have tons of chances to pick the brains of these industry giants!

Buckle up for two days of pure excitement and serious business growth, all with the breathtaking backdrop of Niagara Falls!

Meet your event hosts!

Coffee, tea, drinks and snacks are available any time throughout the day!

In the world of business, with this challenging economy, how's our trusty channel community holding up? What's the secret recipe for channel partners to navigate the boat in stormy weather? Hold onto your hats as Julian Lee and Jay McBain of Canalys, spills the beans with the latest stats, and reveals the top five trends channel partners should jump on. Only at ChannelNEXT!

Comment: There are a lot of "folks" claiming a lot of stuff about what to do and not do. Way too many "experts" with a narrative and secret agenda to sell something. That is why you need to always follow the data and listen to other MSPs who work on the frontlines every day. With the combined research coming from Canalys and Jay's analysis plus Julian's news media reach with a community of over 100,000 channel partners, you will see the future clearer and how to connect the dots to get you from here to there...Always be going to where the puck is going to be!

Looking to exit your MSP business like a pro? Boost its value for better ROI? Get ready for a thrill ride in the world of MSPs looking to level up their game for a merger or a grand exit strategy. Dive into the nitty-gritty of beefing up your business for a stellar evaluation, untangle the process, nail the timing, set your expectations, and decode life post-merger. Hear from Michael Contento, the managing director behind F12.net, a serial entrepreneur, and the genius who wrote a book on the business.

Join Rob Rae, CVP of Community and Ecosystems, as he unveils a new Pax8 Cloud Marketplace that will completely revolutionize business for IT service providers. This data-driven future is purpose-built to anticipate the needs of an evolving industry, so that partners can meet and exceed the needs of their customers, today.

Prepare for some futuristic thoughts on what the next generation of MSPs will look like as they are empowered by AI and focus on business outcomes and strategy. Enter the MAI - Managed Artificial Intelligence? MBT Managed Business Technology? MSP 5.0? What will future of MSPs and channel partners look like? The trends are emerging and the dots are starting to connect but there is still more to come. AI Strategists are emerging as-a-Service and all channel partners will need to lead this charge!

A scrumptious lunch with an amazing view! A great opportunity to also network with everyone.

Each participating vendor gets 3 minutes to make their perfect sales pitch to the entire audiences. (See the sponsor section for all participating vendors).

Channel partners can quickly assess which vendor can be a fit for their solutions' portfolio.

Everyone in the audience will receive a link to instantly vote for their favourite pitch. And, you get a chance to win $500 cash as a "thank-you-for-voting".

Research shows that a whopping 93% of clients would ditch their current partners for another if they believe that the new partner can provide better cyber protection. Yikes!

Everyone in the channel already knows that cybersecurity is like the ultimate never-ending battle. It's a maze of confusion, pain and cash-draining chaos. So many moving parts! Finding and keeping experts is not easy. Just when you think you've nailed it, the challenges are morphed yet again. With new rules and regs coming down like rain, the stakes are getting even higher for any slip-ups.

Nailing cybersecurity is an obvious must for you and your clients. Failure is not an option! The only big question is do you build the practice in-house or outsource and if so, what and how do you outsource?

Our squad of top top cyber superheros is here to dive deep into the cyber realm and hand you some treasure maps for your journey to victory. They will tackle it from what's coming, building and testing the right tech stack, discovery, HR solutions, an analyst views, legal perspectives, insurance issues and privacy compliance.

And, answer your questions! Pick the brains of these amazing cyber experts throughout the event! Stay back for even more in the afternoon Mastermind sessions.

Let's rock this cyber fortress together and help you level up your game! You got this!

Dive into the conference e-guide for more info of these exciting unscripted and candid sessions!

Get pumped for ten power-packed sessions with top vendors and thought leaders ready to rock the stage. Brace yourself for discussions on several hot topics like Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, and Artificial Intelligence, 5G, Business Automation, Networking, and so much more!

No boring slide decks here! These fast-paced, high-value 15-minute sessions are all about engaging with our channel partners and sparking lively discussions around topics that matters to THEM!

Julian Lee and Paolo Del Nibletto will interview these guests live on stage and field your questions (you can actually submit you questions). What do you really want to know?

And the best part? All speakers will be around for two full days to tackle all of your burning questions.

Let the games begin!

Speed Introductions is one of the secret ingredients of ChannelNEXT! Vendors and delegates meet over an open bar and pre-dinner snacks. One of our most fun social networking activities! Lots of prize give-aways! All happens in the Expo area. It's simply priceless!

Join us at a special location for more great conversations, food, drinks and entertainment!

Meet and network with everyone while enjoying the amazing views. Many (including us) say this social networking activity is where the best relationships and partnerships are made. It's also where friendships are built!

Need more drinks? Keep your money! Just look for the vendors with the special sponsor badges as they are loaded with drink tickets and are more than happy to buy you a drink all night long!